2017 DNP Foundation Research Grant 2017

Grants are awarded to support research related to graphic design and graphic arts from diverse disciplines, regardless of humanities or science. The overriding aim is for such research to contribute to the development of graphic design and graphic art culture in Japan and around the world.

Research on topics such as Ikko Tanaka’s design activities, considerations of his times, and the social significance of his works. Research is to be carried out using the DNP Foundation for Cultural Promotion’s “Ikko Tanaka Archives,” which include not only his works (posters, prints, books, original drawings, etc.) but also related materials such as photographs, collected books and documents.

Eligibility Requirements:

Research scholars must be affiliated with a university, art museum, etc., and must either currently be enrolled in or have previously completed a graduate program at the Masters Degree level or higher.

Alternately, individuals who have completed an equivalent portfolio of research to date are also eligible, subject to recommendation for the grant by a university professor or chief museum curator.

Grant amount

Award amounts vary according to the content of the intended research, with an upper limit of 500,000 JPY per year.

Grant awards to fund a given research project will be renewable once at the most. Plans to apply for continuation grants should be indicated when submitting the initial application.

Grant Period:

1) The initial grant period is from November 2017 to March 31, 2019.
(2) The period for a continuing grant is from November 2017 to March 31, 2020.

The application forms can be downloaded using the links below. Completed applications should be returned by post to the Foundation’s address, clearly marked as containing a “Grant Application.” Applications are not accepted by e-mail or fax.
Application period May 1 to July 14, 2017 (last acceptable arrival date)
Selection method Grant winners will be selected by a screening committee.

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